Acne Prevention Techniques

Acne is the most common skin disease in the world. Millions of
adolescents, teenagers and even adults deal with the embarrassing and unsightly
disease. As with most problems, prevention is much better then having
to seek treatment.  Bad acne can leave permanent scars and dark spots.
Stopping acne before it occurs, can help you avoid this. In this
article, we will provide five tips to help you prevent acne.

1. Drink Plenty of Water: Water is necessary to cleanse the body.  It
also helps your body get rid of wastes. Waste and toxin build up can
contribute a great deal to acne flare ups. Drinking 8-10 glasses of water
every day will go a long way to prevent acne and keep your skin clear
and beautiful.

2. Develop A Routine: Developing a routine to keep your skin clean is
vital. If you have purchased over-the-counter acne medications, use them
as directed. Also, washing your face twice a day, every day, is very
important to preventing acne.

3. Avoid Bad Habits: Avoid bad habits that contribute to acne. This
includes constantly placing your hands on your face or not washing your
hands regularly. Popping and picking at pimples is also a big no-no.
This can make acne worse or cause scarring.

4. Watch Your Diet: While studies have proven that eating chocolate or
greasy foods have no effect on your diet, eating healthy and getting
the right vitamins and minerals can help your overall health, including
your skin. Vitamins good for healthy skin are vitamin A, vitamin B,
vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and chromium. Eating a balanced diet will help
you get most of these vitamins. If you have a poor diet, you may want to
consider supplementation. But speak to your doctor first.

5. Physical Activity: Some people may worry about getting sweaty during
a workout and the subsequent effect on the skin. But exercise helps to
sweat out toxins that can negatively affect the skin and cause acne.
Exercise also decreases stress which can contribute to acne.

Acne is a very common skin disease. Millions of people deal with acne
on a daily basis. Some of these cases are very severe, while others are
mild. Whatever the severity, acne can cause feelings of embarrassment,
shame and a lack of confidence. Individuals that suffer from acne,
especially severe acne, may be afraid to interact with others or take
chances socially and professionally. And while individuals who already
suffer from very severe acne should seek professional treatment, other
individuals should work hard to prevent acne.

Some common ways to prevent acne is to drink plenty of water.  Every
individual should aim to consume 8-10 glasses a day. Individuals should
also be sure to develop a routine. Cleansing one's face twice a day is
necessary to keep clean skin. Watching your diet and getting the right
amount of vitamins will also help to keep the skin healthy.
Consistent, physical activity will also help to cleanse the body from waste and
toxin buildup which can cause breakouts and acne flare ups. If you
discover that nothing seems to be working to stop or prevent acne, it may be
time to bring in a professional. A dermatologist will be able to
diagnose your problem and prescribe the necessary medications.